Welcome to Richland Animal Clinic

Your West Nashville veterinarians, where we treat each pet like one of our own. Providing veterinary care, boarding and acupuncture to pets in Charlotte Park, Sylvan Park, Belle Meade, Nations and all of West Nashville.

Meet The Doctors

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Sharon Kasserman

It is my very favorite vet clinic, very professional and extremely caring! I am so happy with the high quality of care!

Missy Sorrento

Dr. Brockman is awesome! She's been doing acupuncture on my dog for quite a few months and he LOVES it!! The techs and front staff are ALWAYS so nice and I am always greeted with smiles and professionalism!!

Sharon Ruiz

I like everything about them! Dr. Brockman acupuncture treatments work really well for Oscar's back. He's like a new dog! Thank you, Dr. Brockman! Thank you God!

Our Veterinary Services

Here at Richland Animal Clinic, we strive to give the animals of Nashville, the best service possible to ensure they leave happy and healthy after every visit. Our professional veterinary team combined with our top-of-the-line equipment allow us to help your pet in the safest and most effective ways possible. Offering traditional and holistic veterinary serivces and pet boarding. To view all our services, click here.

Meet the Doctors

Dr. Terry Brockman

Veterinarian

Dr. Terry Brockman is a 1982 graduate of University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she began working with both small and large animals and did relief vet work in Nashville. In 1989, she purchased Claughton Animal Clinic and renamed it Richland Animal Clinic. She began an interest in alternative veterinary medicine and 1992 became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. Since then, her interest in holistic and alternative vet medicine has grown. She is still excited about being fortunate enough to do what she loves every day!

Dr. Katie Knox

Veterinarian

Dr. Katie Knox is a Nashville native and previously worked at Richland Animal Clinic as a veterinary assistant in high school and college. She attended Middle Tennessee State University and received 2 Bachelor of Science Degrees in Animal Science and Biology and then received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Elizabeth Flinn

Veterinarian

Dr. Elizabeth Flinn grew up in Kingsport, Tennessee and graduated from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. After graduating, she got married and moved to San Jose, California to practice veterinary medicine. She then moved to Nashville in 2010 and joined Richland Animal Clinic.

Dr. Whitney Smith

Veterinarian

Dr. Whitney Smith joined Richland Animal Clinic in January 2017. She is originally from Indianapolis, IN, but she has lived all along the east coast of the US. She attended college at Trinity College in Hartford, CT where she graduated with honors in Biochemistry and worked for 2 years in the veterinary field prior to attending THE Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating veterinary school, Dr. Smith worked at a 24-hour vet hospital in Carmel, IN.

Dr. Carolyn Benedetto

Veterinarian

Dr. Carolyn Benedetto joined our family in 2018. Dr. Benedetto is a graduate of Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine and the recipient of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Award. During vet school, she became certified in veterinary acupuncture at the Curacore Integrative Medicine Center in Colorado.

Dr. Terry Brockman

Veterinarian

Dr. Terry Brockman is a 1982 graduate of University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she began working with both small and large animals and did relief vet work in Nashville. In 1989, she purchased Claughton Animal Clinic and renamed it Richland Animal Clinic. She began an interest in alternative veterinary medicine and 1992 became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. Since then, her interest in holistic and alternative vet medicine has grown. She is still excited about being fortunate enough to do what she loves every day!

Dr. Katie Knox

Veterinarian

Dr. Katie Knox is a Nashville native and previously worked at Richland Animal Clinic as a veterinary assistant in high school and college. She attended Middle Tennessee State University and received 2 Bachelor of Science Degrees in Animal Science and Biology and then received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating from veterinary school, she moved to Boston and completed a year-long internship in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care then worked as an emergency veterinarian in Louisville and Nashville. While she has a great love for emergency vet medicine, working long nights, weekends and holidays grew tiresome, so in 2014 she found her way back to Richland Animal Clinic.

Dr. Elizabeth Flinn

Veterinarian

Dr. Elizabeth Flinn grew up in Kingsport, Tennessee and graduated from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. After graduating, she got married and moved to San Jose, California to practice veterinary medicine. She then moved to Nashville in 2010 and joined Richland Animal Clinic.

Dr. Whitney Smith

Veterinarian

Dr. Whitney Smith joined Richland Animal Clinic in January 2017. She is originally from Indianapolis, IN, but she has lived all along the east coast of the US. She attended college at Trinity College in Hartford, CT where she graduated with honors in Biochemistry and worked for 2 years in the veterinary field prior to attending THE Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating veterinary school, Dr. Smith worked at a 24-hour vet hospital in Carmel, IN. Dr. Smith moved to Nashville to join the emergency team at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Franklin, TN. While still working occasional relief as an emergency veterinarian, Dr. Smith has moved her focus to general practice where she can develop lasting relationships with pets and their families.

Dr. Carolyn Benedetto

Veterinarian

Dr. Carolyn Benedetto joined our family in 2018. Dr. Benedetto is a graduate of Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine and the recipient of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Award. During vet school, she became certified in veterinary acupuncture at the Curacore Integrative Medicine Center in Colorado.

Pet Acupuncture

News & Promotions

Ways to Reduce Pet Stress at the VetOctober 26, 2018

Regular veterinary exams are important for all pets to live long, healthy & happy lives! Our veterinarians recommend all pets, even indoor cats and pets that appear healthy, have an annual exam each year (twice a year for senior pets) to help us help you identify problems before they become serious.

We realize coming to the veterinarian can be stressful on your pets (and you). Here are tips to help make your next visit easier on you and your pet.

Tick prevention is recommended year-round for pets, especially pets that are outdoors often and in wooded areas. We have many tick and flea/tick preventions that are safe and effective for your pets. ...

Need a Veterinarian in West Nashville? 50% Off First Exam (Expires April 2018)March 26, 2018

Need a veterinarian in west Nashville? Come visit us at Richland Animal Clinic - conveniently located in west Nashville by Charlotte Park. To welcome you into our family at Richland Animal Clinic, we are offering 50% off your first veterinary exam through April 21st. (Expires April 2018)...

Thank you for allowing Richland Animal Clinic to be your partner in your pet’s health! Beyond providing your family with veterinary care, we offer you two options to view your pet’s medical records 24/7 and contact us to request appointments or prescription refills....

As your pet ages - their healthcare needs become greater. Since pets age at a faster rate than humans, Richland Animal Clinic recommends an exam every six months after your pet reaches age 7 in order to make them happy, healthy and pain-free...